Port Operations Coordinator

CMA CGM; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

CMA CGM Savannah is seeking a Marine Operations Coordinator to oversee USEC, US Gulf, and West Coast vessel operations for CMA CGM and VSA partners. You will monitor allocations, project lifts, and ensure efficient load planning.

Interface with Customer Service, terminal operators, and stevedores to track shipments, issue manifests, and coordinate inspections. Requires 1–3 years in container shipping; HS diploma required, Bachelor’s preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 1–3 years general experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vessel allocations and lift projections to optimize slot utilization.
• Coordinate with Customer Service to track export shipments and issue lift-related documents.
• Prepare and distribute vessel operation reports and arrival/departure information.
• Coordinate inspections and cargo surveys with cargo bureau and stevedores.
• Ensure equipment availability by coordinating with terminal operators and carriers.
• Resolve gate receipt/delivery issues with drayage and internal teams.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Teamwork and independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

NAVIS

Express

SPARCS Termview

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

CMA CGM

Permanent contract

Full Time

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.
Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.
Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Position Summary

Coordination and oversight of USEC, US Gulf or West Coast Marine Operations for CMA CGM operated vessels and VSA partner vessels. Responsibility will be for specific designated services.

Functions & Duties

• Monitor CMA and partner vessel allocations for regional vessel services through the review of export bookings and projected empty liftings to ensure maximum slot utilization and maintain appropriate partner vessel allocations. Issue timely and accurate lift projections, PML / MAC3, stowage requirements to tonnage centers and vessel planners.
• Interface with Customer Service and Central Intermodal to track-trace export shipments within the vessel closing process to ensure maximum export lift. Issue late gate authorizations disseminate the related information to terminal operators and stevedores. Produce and issue Load Orders to terminal operators and stevedores.
• Collect/assemble Hazardous Declarations reconcile them with the Dangerous Cargo Manifest for export shipments and distribute to terminal operators and stevedores/. Distribute Temperature Controlled Cargo Manifest and Out of Gauge Manifest to terminal operators and stevedores.
• Compile and distribute vessel operations related reports (TOR, Arrival Sail Message, Discharge/Load Confirmation Messages) and advise all concerned parties of arrival and departure information in a timely and accurate manner.
• Coordinates with National Cargo Bureau inspectors and stevedores required marine surveys for all export flatrack, out of gauge and break bulk export cargoes to ensure that cargo is safe for ocean transport. Coordinates the correction of all cargo deficiencies with Specialized Bookings prior to cargo being released to the vessel for loading.
• Monitor on terminal equipment levels and keep correspondent operating groups advised of equipment status. Coordinate with terminal operators and M&R contractors to ensure sufficient equipment availability to meet export booking requirements. Interface with motor carriers for special equipment dispatch/release.Resolve terminal/gate receipt/deliver issues for draymen and internal customer support groups. (CQA)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Solid understanding of concepts governing containerized shipping, such as vessel match back/balance, vessel load factor, cargo allocation, equipment control, terminal gate turn times.
• Solid knowledge of local terminal and stevedore operating procedures and practices.
• Proficiency in computer skills to include all Microsoft applications [Excel, Word, Outlook etc]
• Solid understanding of and proficiency in local terminal operating systems {NAVIS, Express, SPARCS Termview}
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and in team environment.

Qualifications

Education

Required/Preferred Education Level

Required High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Bachelor’s Degree

Work Experience

Experience Years of Experience

General Experience 1-3 years

License

Required/Preferred License or Certification

Preferred Hazardous Material Certification

At CMA CGM, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The expected salary range for this position is $62,000 – $65,000 per year. The actual salary offered will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and location.

In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for:
Performance-based bonuses, Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition repayment and paid time off, andProfessional development opportunities.

We believe in transparency and equity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure! The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at [e-mail]

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